The Dirty Side of Decorating a Nursery (Real Life Tips from a Real Life Mom)
Decorating a nursery is such a lovely experience. So full of hope, so full of excitement around creating the perfectly soothing and pleasant environment for the little one you’re growing. Although it can be a bit overwhelming – it always is when you are trying to make something perfectly perfect – I do always love this part of baby prep.… Read the rest
Working out After Baby: My “Make Myself Run” Mix
I am a big believer in working out as soon as possible post-pregnancy and so I have already started this time. Don’t worry, I am not leaping around the country side like a gazelle just yet! Instead I’m trying my best to fit in a 20 to 25 minute run each day.… Read the rest
Paging Chef Kate: Make Your Own Baby Food
I’ve been mulling over the idea of making my own baby food for Bridget when the time comes, but there are so many conflicting reports about how good it actually is for our little ones. And, in fact, if you are buying organic baby food there may not be much of a difference in terms of that. … Read the rest
The Making of Rosie Pope Baby: Pucker Up!
The big day is finally here – the launch of Rosie Pope Baby! I am so incredibly proud of this line of clothes available in layette, baby and toddler for boys and girls as I’ve tried to put all of my design and parenting experience into each piece, so that every single item is both adorable and functional. … Read the rest
Push Present Etiquette (And a FABULOUS Giveaway!)
It’s truly amazing how much the idea of the push presents has spread since the early ‘90s when we first started hearing about them. We often hear of celebrities getting lavish gifts of diamonds and bags and even cars almost before baby’s umbilical cord has even been cut (hello, Kim Kardashian and her $770,000 bauble!) But of course there are oodles of new moms across the country whose partners give them equally lovely tokens of appreciation to celebrate the birth of a new child.… Read the rest
Every Day is a Baby Shower: The Playlist
Although my stores are each located in different areas with their own unique vibes, I try to keep certain things consistent. Every day is a baby shower at Rosie Pope Maternity, and all of my customers get the full Rosie Pope baby shower experience whether they’re shopping for maternity clothes on the Upper East Side, in Santa Monica, California!… Read the rest
Amazon Moms: Registry Must-Haves
I recently announced my collaboration with Amazon, where I’m now a Guest Contributor! My tips for how to build the perfect baby registry, but you can get the full read here.
Registering is overwhelming for everyone. We are terrified that if we don’t choose the right gear, this might somehow reflect what type of parent we are going to be or impact future happiness of our children! … Read the rest
Best Gifts for Pregnant Women this Holiday Season
Buying gifts for others can be so difficult. And if that person you’re buying for is pregnant? It’s practically a holiday miracle if you can find something that they like, that fits, and that flatters them. If you are still trying to figure out what to buy a loved one who is about to have a baby, look no further! … Read the rest
Amazon Moms: Picks to Keep Baby Entertained
I recently announced my collaboration with Amazon, where I”m now a Guest Contributor! My tips for how to keep kids entertained during the holiday season are below, but you can get the full read here.
You have to wonder how many of all these toys are to keep baby entertained and how many of them are to keep you entertained. … Read the rest
Holiday Music – Something for Everyone!
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Ellie Hirsch, a.k.a. Ellie, The Mommy Master®. Ellie is the founder of MommyMasters.com, an award winning children’s recording artist/songwriter, published author, mommy blogger and mom to three amazing little boys. She’s also the genius behind “Music is Magical, Children’s Songs with Ellie”, a Parents’ Choice Award winner. … Read the rest